The Purple Hybrid mattresses significantly limit motion transfer, which can lead to a more restful night’s sleep for couples. This motion isolation is similar to or better than most other hybrid models.
The walls of the grid only buckle under the sleeper’s weight, which helps prevent motion from spreading. The transition layer acts as an additional buffer that prevents motion from reaching the coil layer. Since coils have a springier feel than foam, they are often associated with more motion transfer. However, the Purple Hybrid models use pocketed coils that move independently of each other. This limits the spread of motion between coils.
Sleepers who wake easily when their partner moves or gets up during the night may appreciate the Purple Hybrid’s strong motion isolation. Since minimal motion travels across the surface of the bed, these individuals may be less likely to notice when their partner moves.
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Purple Hybrid Mattress Review – Test Lab Ratings
$2,399 from Purple (queen)
Price Range: $1,899 – $3,798
Mattress Type: Hybrid
Firmness Options: Medium Firm (6)
Ratings Summary
7/10
7.5/10
9.5/10
6.5/10
7/10
8/10
Pros & Cons:
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Good temperature control
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Resonsive surface that’s easy to move around in
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Especially great for sleepers under 230 pounds
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Not as pressure-relieving as memory foam
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Stomach sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds may sink in too deeply for ideal spinal alignment
The Purple brand made a name for itself with its proprietary Purple GelFlex Grid comfort layer. This layer uses a hyper-elastic polymer material constructed into a grid pattern. The walls of this grid can collapse and spring back to respond to changes in pressure.
Purple produces three mattress lineups. The Essential collection includes the company’s flagship Purple Mattress, Purple NewDay, and Purple Plus. These beds feature an all-foam design. The Premium collection includes the Purple Hybrid, Purple Hybrid Premier 3, and Purple Hybrid Premier 4. These models use a hybrid design that pairs the Purple GelFlex Grid comfort layer with a coil core. The Luxe lineup includes the Purple Deluxe, Purple Supreme, and Purple Grand, all of which feature a thicker hybrid design made with premium and enhanced materials.
In this review, we’ll detail the construction, sizing, performance, and key policies pertaining to the Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier models. If you are considering purchasing one of these models, our in-depth review will help give you extra insight to decide which option is best for you.
Purple Hybrid Video Review
Watch the video below to see how the Purple Hybrid Mattress performed when put to the test in our lab.
Sleeping Style and Body Weight
Purple Hybrid
Sleeper Type
Under 130 lbs
130-230 lbs
Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Side Sleepers
When a person sleeps on their side, they often experience more pressure around their widest body parts: their hips and their shoulders. The Purple Hybrid’s comfort grid adjusts to allow these body parts to sink in while providing even support to help align the sleeper’s spine.
The comfort layer of this model is 2 inches thick, which may not be deep enough to allow sleepers over 230 pounds to sink in deeply enough to enjoy ideal contouring before reaching the transition layer. However, the mattress’s firmer feel is likely to appeal to most sleepers, regardless of their weight group. Side sleepers under 230 pounds are likely to experience an exceptional balance of contouring and support.
Back Sleepers:
Back sleepers usually prefer an even surface that doesn’t sag. Many back sleepers also appreciate some cushioning and contouring. The Purple Hybrid should be able to accommodate most back sleepers, especially those who weigh under 230 pounds.
The 2-inch comfort layer gives some cradling for back sleepers, while the 7.5-inch layer of coils provides an even surface. The Purple Hybrid Mattress tends to be quite durable, so it shouldn’t develop significant sagging too quickly, continuing to provide an even plane for back sleepers.
Purple Hybrid Premier
Sleeper Type
Under 130 lbs
130-230 lbs
Above 230 lbs
Side Sleepers
Back Sleepers
Stomach Sleepers
Side Sleepers
The Purple Hybrid Premier’s thicker comfort layers can provide more conforming, which may appeal to side sleepers with sharp pressure points near their shoulders and hips.
The Purple Hybrid Premier comes with two different Purple GelFlex Grid thickness options. The Premier 3 is 3 inches thick and the Premier 4 measures 4 inches thick. Either version of the mattress may appeal to side sleepers under 230 pounds since there is plenty of room for them to sink in. Side sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds may prefer the Premier 4 because the extra depth allows more room to sink in before reaching the transition layer.
Back Sleepers
Like the Purple Hybrid, the Purple Hybrid Premier’s coil support core serves as a stable, durable base that should provide sufficient support for most back sleepers.
The Purple Hybrid Premier 3 may appeal to back sleepers who weigh under 230 pounds. The responsive comfort layer gives back sleepers in this weight group some contouring without excessive sinkage. Back sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds may also experience a good balance between contouring and support, though some sleepers might find their hips sink in too deeply.
The Purple Hybrid Premier 4 rates around 5 on the 10-point firmness scale, giving it a slightly softer medium feel. Because of this, the Purple Hybrid Premier 4 may be best suited for back sleepers who weigh under 130 pounds, offering a good balance of softness and support. Back sleepers who weigh over 130 pounds may also experience good support, but the softer feel may allow them to sink in too deeply for proper spinal alignment.
Stomach Sleepers
Because most individuals carry more weight around their midsections, stomach sleepers usually require enough support to prevent their stomachs from sinking in too deeply.
Both versions of the Purple Hybrid Premier have thicker comfort layers than the Purple Hybrid, giving stomach sleepers more room to sink in. While some people from all weight groups may find this extra plushness comfortable, some may feel it allows their midsections to sink in too deeply for proper spinal alignment. This is particularly true for stomach sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Coupon
Sleep Foundation Special Offer
$2,399 from Purple (queen)
Mattress Performance
In addition to the hands-on feedback from our team, we conduct a number of quantitative tests in our Test Lab. The below ratings are based on the experience of our testers.
The Purple Hybrid beds contour very well to a sleeper’s body thanks to the Purple GelFlex Grid. This contouring can help distribute the sleeper’s weight more evenly across the mattress surface, relieving pressure points. The pressure relief is similar to or greater than many hybrid models.
The Purple GelFlex Grid buckles when pressure is applied, allowing a sleeper’s hips and shoulders to sink in. The firmer feel helps the mattress remain supportive to promote proper spinal alignment.
While the Purple Hybrid has strong pressure-relieving qualities, it does not give the close hug associated with memory foam. Instead, the feel is more akin to floating on top of the mattress.
Temperature neutrality is one of the greatest strengths of the Purple Hybrid models. Mattresses with foam comfort layers often trap heat against a sleeper’s body, but the Purple Hybrid’s unique construction helps keep it cool and comfortable throughout the night.
The breathable cover allows significant airflow into the mattress. Heat can dissipate away from the sleeper’s body through the open air channels in the comfort grid. Additional air can circulate through the coil core, pulling heat farther away from the sleeper.
While hybrid models tend to sleep cooler than all-foam models, the Purple Hybrid models sleep exceptionally cool even compared to other hybrids.
Like most hybrid models, the Purple Hybrid’s coil layer gives it a sturdier edge than most all-foam models. The Purple Hybrid’s edge support is approximately equivalent to most hybrid mattresses on the market.
Most individuals should be able to sit or sleep near the edge of the bed without excessive sinkage. This may make it easier to use the full mattress surface and get into and/or out of bed.
Sleepers who weigh over 230 pounds may experience more sinkage when they sit or sleep near the perimeter of the Purple Hybrid, but this is unlikely to be significant enough to hamper sleep for most individuals.
Purple Hybrid Mattress Review Breakdown
The Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier 3 and 4 all use a hybrid construction that includes the same cover, several layers of foam, and a pocketed coil core. The difference between the models lies in the comfort layer.
The mattress cover is constructed of viscose, polyester, and lycra. This cover is stretchy so that it can bend and move with the mattress’s comfort layer. It is also breathable to allow air circulation into and out of the mattress.
The comfort layer of all models uses the hyper-elastic polymer Purple GelFlex Grid. This unique material is formed in a grid pattern which contours to the sleeper’s body without trapping heat. The Purple Hybrid uses 2 inches of this material. The Purple Hybrid Premier 3 uses a 3-inch comfort layer, while the Premier 4 uses a 4-inch layer. These thicker comfort systems provide extra contouring.
Next, a 1-inch transition layer of 2 pounds per cubic foot (PCF) polyfoam acts as a barrier to prevent the sleeper from directly experiencing the pocketed coils. A 7.5-inch layer of pocketed coils gives the bed extra bounce and edge support while allowing airflow. A final thin base layer of transition foam is used to support the coil layer.
The Purple Hybrid has a medium firm feel, rating around 6 on the 10-point firmness scale. The Purple Hybrid Premier 3 has a medium firm feel at a rating of 6, while the Purple Hybrid Premier 4 has a medium feel with a firmness rating of 5. These mattresses fall in the range most sleepers tend to prefer.
Because of the different thicknesses of their comfort layers, each of these mattresses has a different height. The Purple Hybrid is Purple’s lowest-profile hybrid model, measuring 11 inches thick. The Purple Hybrid Premier models are 12 inches or 13 inches thick depending on which option you select. Individuals with limited space may prefer a lower-profile option. Sleepers who want more room to sink into their mattress or who struggle to get into or out of a lower bed may prefer a higher-profile option.
Purple Hybrid
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Firmness |
Medium Firm - 6 |
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Mattress Type |
Hybrid |
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Construction |
The Purple Hybrid Mattress is constructed of three layers, including a 2-inch comfort layer of Purple’s proprietary buckling-column gel, a polyfoam transition layer, and a pocketed coil support layer. Cover Material:29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Lycra Comfort Layer:2″ Purple GelFlex Grid (Hyper-Elastic Polymer) Transition Layer:1″ Transition Polyfoam, 2 PCF Support Core:7.5″ Pocketed Coils |
Purple Hybrid Premier
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Firmness |
Medium - 5 |
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Mattress Type |
Hybrid |
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Construction |
The Purple Hybrid Mattress is constructed of three layers, including a 3- or 4-inch comfort layer of Purple’s proprietary buckling-column gel, a polyfoam transition layer, and a pocketed coil support layer. Cover Material:29% Viscose, 67% Polyester, 4% Lycra Comfort Layer:3-4″ Purple GelFlex Grid (Hyper-Elastic Polymer) Transition Layer:1″ Transition Polyfoam, 2 PCF Support Core:7.5″ Pocketed Coils |
Purple Hybrid Premier
Mattress Prices and Sizing
The cost of the Purple Hybrid Mattress is in line with the average price of most hybrid mattresses. The price of the Purple Hybrid Premier runs above the average, but this can be expected of a luxury model.
The Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier come in most standard sizes, but they are not available in twin sizes. Both models are also available in split king sizes.
While we’ve noted the list price for each size of each model below, note that Purple often runs promotions. These offers can help you save money off the list price or get free items with your purchase.
Purple Hybrid
Sleep Foundation Special Offer
$2,399 from Purple (queen)
Trial, Warranty, and Shipping Policies
You can buy the Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier 3 and 4 through the Purple website and at select mattress and furniture stores across the United States.
Orders through the Purple website can ship to addresses in the United States. While the Purple Mattress ships to Canada, the Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier do not yet ship to Canada.
Purple ships to addresses throughout the United States. Shipping is free within the contiguous United States, but fees apply for shipments to Alaska and Hawaii.
The Purple Hybrid Mattress is delivered via FedEx and arrives compressed. The owner is responsible for unpacking and setting up the mattress. The Purple Hybrid Premier comes with free White Glove delivery in the contiguous United States. This includes in-home setup and old mattress removal.
Purple Hybrid usually ships within 1-2 weeks, while the Purple Hybrid Premier generally takes 2-3 weeks to ship.
The Purple Hybrid Premier 3 and 4 come with free White Glove delivery within the contiguous United States, and this includes old mattress removal. White Glove delivery and old mattress removal are also available for the Purple Hybrid Mattress for an additional fee of $149.
The Purple Hybrid and the Purple Hybrid Premier models have a 100-night sleep trial. Customers must try the mattress for 21 nights before returning the mattress. After night 21 and before night 100, customers can return eligible mattresses for a full refund of the purchase price. If the customer chooses to return the mattress, Purple will arrange to pick up the mattress at no cost.
Purple mattresses come with a 10-year limited warranty. This warranty applies to the original purchaser who bought the mattress from an authorized seller. It covers indentations greater than 1 inch and splitting/cracking provided these issues arise from normal use and the mattress is properly supported. Other terms and conditions apply.
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Lauren is a Certified Sleep Science Coach with extensive experience researching and testing a wide variety of sleep products.